Grayson Perry becomes 'Sir', receives knighthood from Prince William

Grayson Perry, the Turner Prize-winning artist, has received knighthood from Prince William at Windsor Castle, according to reports. During the occasion on Wednesday, Sir Grayson was wearing "burgundy taffeta" dress which was inspired from the coronation ceremony of King Charles III, as per a report.

Sir Grayson is a 63-year-old broadcaster from Essex. Sir Grayson, who is best known for ceramic works, was inducted to New Year Honours list for services to the arts. Sir Grayson won the Turner Prize in 2003. In 2014, Sir Grayson was made CBE, as per a BBC report.

Earlier this month, King Charles III announced his first birthday honours list, awarding a knighthood to British writer Martin Amis, who died from cancer last month. The honours -- announced at New Year and to mark the sovereign's official birthday in June -- award the famous and ordinary members of the public for excellence.


Amis, the author of "Money", "London Fields" and "Time's Arrow", who once dismissed the British royal family as "philistines", accepted the honour before his death aged 73 at his home in Florida.

Recipients are told confidentially in advance until the list is published. Sources told AFP the knighthood -- which would have made Amis "Sir Martin" -- is to be dated May 18, the day before his death.

British-Nigerian poet and novelist Ben Okri and director Stephen Frears -- whose film "The Queen" recounted the royals' turmoil following the death of Princess Diana -- also became "sirs".

FAQs

Q1. Who is Sir Grayson Perry?
A1. Sir Grayson Perry is a 63-year-old broadcaster from Essex. Sir Grayson is best known for ceramic works. He was inducted to New Year Honours list for services to the arts. Sir Grayson won the Turner Prize in 2003.

Q2. Has Grayson Perry become Sir?
A2. Yes, Grayson Perry has become Sir after receiving knighthood from the Royals.